Purchaser

Bach Team LLC•Draper, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to join our residential construction team. This role is responsible for managing the purchasing and trade partner coordination process for single-family home construction projects, including bidding, buyout, contract administration, and material procurement support. The ideal candidate will be organized, schedule-driven, and capable of building strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, field teams, and project stakeholders to help ensure homes are delivered on time and within budget.

Requirements

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Proven experience as a Purchasing Agent, Estimator, or relevant role.
Solid knowledge in the building and estimating process.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and Docusign.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience with BuilderTrend is prefer
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, construction management, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Negotiate competitive pricing with vendors to ensure cost-effectiveness and budget compliance.
Evaluate and select contractors and suppliers based on qualifications, capabilities, and alignment with project budget.
Develop comprehensive bidding documents including specifications and terms to solicit competitive bids.
Maintain strong working relationships with preferred suppliers and subcontractors
Expand contractor outreach efforts into new markets to diversify bidding opportunities.
Standardize bid comparisons and present findings to the board to facilitate informed contractor selection.
Review and negotiate change orders to ensure adherence to project scope and budget.
Manage the contract award process to meet bid calendar deadlines and ensure project timelines are met.
Prevent delays by timely contracting, minimizing scope gapes, proper vetting, and considering lead time.
Draft and finalize contract documents detailing terms, conditions, and obligations for all parties involved.
Facilitate the onboarding and integration of awarded contractors with our construction teams.
Conduct accurate take-offs from project plans and specifications to estimate materials and labor requirements.
Identify and address potential budget challenges within project plans to mitigate financial risks.
Identify and propose value engineering options to optimize project costs and present them for design team approval.
Stay current with industry trends, pricing, and product availability.